Let??™s next discuss Linux distributions.
SCENARIO & SOLUTION
You??™ve downloaded the source code for the Linux
kernel. You made several modifications to make the
kernel handle Web site hosting tasks better. You??™ve
recompiled the kernel and it runs great. Can you
legally give a copy of your new kernel to a coworker?
Yes, you can. Under the GPL, anyone can modify
the Linux kernel and create their own custom Linux
distribution. As long as you abide by the particulars
of the GPL, such as making your source code freely
available, you can redistribute your version of Linux.
Describe the Background and History of Linux 9
Linux Distributions
The concept of a Linux distribution can be confusing to those new to Linux. Perhaps
the best way to think of a distribution is to compare Linux to ice cream. Ice cream
comes in a variety of flavors; however, the basic formula of the ice cream itself is the
same. Most ice cream is made from:
?– Cream ?– Sugar
?– Milk ?– Eggs
Companies that sell ice cream take this basic ice cream recipe and customize it
by adding additional ingredients, such as chocolate, vanilla, fruit, cookies, nuts, and
candy. By doing this, they create their own flavors of ice cream.
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